Paperclip holder by Alessi

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Distrito Capital Hotel - Mexico City

Distrito Capital is a newish hotel in the Santa Fe neighborhood and business district of Mexico City, Mexico. With interiors that bring you back to the 1960s, the vintage décor and ambiance makes for a chic and stylish business destination. The building was created by Diametro Arquitectos with interiors by Joseph Dirand and offers the best of both worlds — retro and now.


Entering, you’re immediately greeted with a vintage feel, like stepping onto the set of Mad Men. The place is littered with Eero Saarinen tables, Wim Rietveld chairs and Verner Panton lamps. 

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Esteban Cortazar's Campaign - éxito

Starring Hanne Gaby Odiele, the Esteban Cortazar Exito ad campaign is light, ethereal and entirely exotic. 


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Made.com - Designer furniture straight from supplier

Made.com, a seven-month-old U.K. start-up that sells top-quality furniture online at deep discounts by cutting out those middlemen. Made.com is also putting its customers at the Web's leading edge by employing a form of crowd-sourcing to generate product designs.

The only catch, customers wait eight to 12 weeks for their orders. However buyers are willing to endure this for 50% to 80% discounts: Made.com is selling a shipping container's worth of merchandise a day. Li claims his company's furniture is as well made as the stuff sold by such high-end retailers as Roche Bobois and Conran. "We use the same suppliers," he notes. 

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Ikea genius publicity - turning Parisian bus shelters into Ikea lounges

According to the company’s press release,  IKEA continues to improve the everyday life of the Parisians, by ‘transforming bus shelters into small cozy lounges. An innovative break at this period of crazy Christmas shopping. From 15 till 21 December 2010, IKEA is in the streets, offering the inhabitants and visitors of the Capital town, the possibility to wait for the bus in an IKEA lounge, comfortably sited in a sofa of the famous Swedish brand.

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Swiss Alps home - By Clavienrossier

Geneva studio Clavienrossier created this home in the Swiss Alps by adding two tinted concrete volumes atop the remains of a stone house and adjacent barn. The project is located in Charrat in the Valais canton of Switzerland and involved demolishing much of the existing structure while retaining the original cellars and floors.

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Christy Turlington - Elle France

Christy Turlington wears fall-winter looks from Louis Vuitton for the latest issue of Elle France. Captured by Mark Seliger and styled by Michèle Beaurenaut. Beautiful and classic settings with enriched with charm of Christy Turlington. 


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I-radium - Infrared radiators

I-radium are specialists in creative portable infrared radiators. Great news for patio owners: as they are portable, you can easily use them outdoors if you have an energy source. I-radium are part of a whole new set of options now available to people who want flexible options to find warmth outdoors without a whole lot of hassle.

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Postercabaret - Posters and prints

Poster Cabaret, Austin, Texas, began selling underground gig posters on its first website in 2002.  Originally inspired by a love of music and late 1990's gig poster art, the website has grown to include the top artists of the underground poster and print scene.


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Flagship store Zara - Rome

Fashion distributor inditex group has opened a new zara flagship store on via del corso in rome, italy. housed in the palazzo bocconi, a historic building dating back more than 120 years, the Inditex group has engaged italian architecture firm duccio grassi for the redesign and renovation of the palazzo for this Zara flagship store. The 5000 m2 store is also a part of an ambitious sustainable plan which will implement the most up-to-date environmental standards at each of the group's Zara stores, with a strategic target of 2020 for all establishments to meet these criteria. 


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Hermit's house - Daniel Venneman and Mark van der Net

The 'hermit's house' by daniel venneman and mark van der net of the cloud collective, is a garden retreat that serves as a lounge, guest room and exhibition space. with its jagged shape it distinguishes itself from its surroundings while the interior remains usable, flexible and intimate. with a kaleidoscopic experience of light, reflection and views the design not only offers a rich inner world but also a fresh look at the wide area.


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Owls by Josh Brill

Josh Brill’s new series of owl prints. 

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Khyber Ridge Residence by Studio NminusOne

Commissioned for Marc Morisset— a professional snowboarder, the five storey house is built like a shredder following the line of a steep mountain. Perfectly blending with the green environment, the Khyber Ridge Residence adds a tinge of “floating” and a bunch of unconventional details that get the eye. And although it looks old and worn, the interior is all about contemporary shapes and elegant furnishings, for more warmth.


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Dwelling in Avila - A-Cero’s Home

“Dwelling in Avila”, a residence with an uncommon architecture located in Spain. Here is an excerpt from the press release: “A dwelling of generous proportions developed over a single storey to facilitate the indoor-outdoor connection and to make the most of the environment in which it stands. Surrounded by meadows, tree groves, chestnut, pine and oak trees and wildlife represented by stags, wild boar and roe deer, the edifice establishes a recognized link with the traditional architecture and vernacular customs. Stone, tile, wood have been used in its construction. The sense of the architecture is to formalize the space and layout of the rooms besides representing a clear tribute to rural villages.


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Patrick Hruby - The West Wind

The West Wind is a new print by Patrick Hruby that was inspired by a story his mom read to him when he was a child about the four winds talking to one another. Patrick always daydreamed about what each of the winds might look like and what they would say, and this print illustrates what he imagined the West Wind to look like.


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Hidden Harbor

Acting for Hidden Harbour, Hans Wilschut recorderd the beautiful Rotterdam harbor surroundings on of the most mysterious part of the day: Twilight. Photo's are shot from unusual points of view, bringing a clean complexity in this area of constant movement. 


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Contemporary Haystack covered house in the Netherlands

The fusion between contemporary design and traditional taste (read haystack roof covering) gave birth to a mixture of simplicity, durability and expression. The compact haystacks not only make a statement at the edge of the city, but also create a very comfortable, safe environment.


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RUHR.2010 - The Finale

The conclusion to the Ruhr region's successful reign as European Capital of Culture and the advent of a new decade of metropolitan development provide welcome cause or a spectacular programme finale on 18 December: RUHR.2010 revisited.


Main venue: Nordsternpark in Gelsenkirchen.Under the former winding tower, which will - as of this day - be adorned with a new landmark of the Ruhr Metropolis in the form of the Hercules by Markus Lüpertz, RUHR.2010 will once more be offering a reprise under open skies of the events that have marked an extraordinary, moving year.


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The Pierre Residence

Nestled between giant boulders and overlooking the San Juan Archipelago, this fascinating looking house comes from Olson Kundig Architects and is also known as the Pierre residence. This project is a beautiful and inspiring example of how to combine natural elements with contemporary building designs. 


The Pierre house was constructed mostly using local materials which is also why it seems to integrate so well in its landscape. The concrete and glass create a nice contrast and together with the rocky formations form one of the most intriguing houses in this style.


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Birds by matti klennel for Iittala

More birds by Matti Klennel for Iittala. Inspired by the magpie, who are kleptomaniacs, the nesting forms can conceal little objects between segments. I always loved Iitala for their simplicity and nature influenced designs, this is just another one in row of the Birds for Iittala.


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Twig Decorations

No matter how big and beautiful our home is, we still dream about fresh air and how to be closer to nature. We can start small and welcome nature in our homes with these twig decorations.

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Sway chair - Markus Krauss

Sway is a rocking chair with a padded seat and a steel rack designed by Markus Krauss. The shape of the seat enables it to be used in many ways, even in pairs! The telescope mechanism quickly takes the rocking chair into an easy chair position.


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National Geographic 2010 photo contest

Nat Geo Photo Contest 2010 is on again. The Big Picture has a few of this year's contenders on display. I always love seeing photos of huge storms and the raw power of nature. Photographers for the above is Sean Heavy.


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Boutiques.com - Google's fashion shopping site

Google unveiled its shopping site Boutiques.com on Wednesday morning, after a few days of hype about the venture. On Monday, WWDbroke it down for readers, explaining, "Anyone will be able to create and share their own personalized shop by selecting style preferences and the looks, brands and items they love--in the end making it easier and more stylish to buy fashion on the Web." 


It's simple: you take the style test, set your style and Google helps you to search for the perfect Fashion finds on the web.


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Modern Neo-Siheyuan in Buzen

Suppose Design Office took another road than the usual architectural projects out there with this incredible House in Buzen. The concept revolves around the idea of having every room built like separates structures. The corridor is positioned in such a way that it almost surrounds the house, completely separating every room from the next one: “Paths covered by a glass roof weave between the disconnected structures to create an interior space that feels exterior, a private space that feels public, a hall that feels like an avenue. In that space the children can run around, you can enjoy a breeze while you eat, read under the sun, and fall asleep watching the stars.”


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Photographic Artist - Edward Burtynsky

Edward Burtynsky's photos from his Railcuts series are amazing. His imagery explores the intricate link between industry and nature, combining the raw elements of mining, quarrying, manufacturing, shipping, oil production and recycling into eloquent, highly expressive visions. The natural landscapes appear so strong and solid, yet humans have left their mark through railroad and quarry cuts.

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Donna Hay- New website online

Donna Hay has freshened up their recipes, menus, style and magazine sections, so everyone will always be able to find everything donna hay in the one spot. In addition know that you can do great online shopping, just make sure they deliver to your country!


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The Tellada House

The Tellada House seems to be levitating at a first glance. This is actually a visual illusion – the house maintains the slope of the land, while blending in with the natural environment, with trees that bring shade and comfort. Eco-friendly features earned it the prize from Juan de Vega Foundation. The Spanish designers from Rosales and Crecente Architects created this home in the forest from wood, the basic material for the exterior of the house, as well as the surrounding area.


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KvD House in Netherlands

Grosfeld Van der Velde Architects wanted to bring the beautiful nature inside this house near the southern parts of the Netherlands, near a town called Breda. Named House KvD, this modern building rests between the trees of Teteringen forest. Its square shape allows you to enjoy the wonderful surrounding environment through the large windows as you move along the corridors. An interior courtyard is formed between the ground floor and the elevated part of the square. The kitchen is located on ground, the living area is located in the tallest part of the building, while the bedrooms are lifted by the pylons for a better view of the forest. 




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Binic Lamp - Foscarini

Binic is the name of a little lighthouse on the coast of Brittany. And it is the Breton seafaring world that has inspired this young French designer’s small, fun table lamp.  Binic’s curious form recalls the “wind socks” that are used as ventilation systems on sailing ships.


Binic is suggested as a “take away” object, a present, or a personal object of desire. It wins one over through empathy, with a real ‘coup de cœur.’ 


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Nestrest by Dedon

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Greek home -Tinos

On the island of Tinos. Designed by Zege Architects, this home is composed of two separate volumes connected together through a veranda. Even though this house was recently built, the designers did their best in respecting the architecture and tradition of the surrounding constructions. Exposed stone formations, white picket fences and exposed timber are of strong visual effect. You are looking at a fresh, simple and beautiful home with charming interior details, perfectly integrated in its environment.


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COS

My new favorite Scandinavian brand: COS. A brand for women and men who want high fashion with good quality at an affordable pricing. It feels like a mix between CK and Dries van Noten meets the 50's with a modern Dandy feel... Maybe to much explanation, just check it out for yourself            

COS

Summer house in Sweden

Located in the Archipelago of Stockholm, Island House belongs to WRB Architects, a small architecture studio in Sweden, which mostly take on projects involving small private residences. Sometimes referred to as a “cottage” or just a beautiful place of retreat, the Island House features an amazing view of the ocean and is located in a fresh and luxurious environment. Oak trees and pines can be seen all around; the site was built to also include a 500 years old oak, which erichens the property. However, you are probably more interested in details such as the wooden deck, a great place to drink the morning tea or the late afternoon wine, or the sauna!


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The beautiful home – Ecomo in Franschhoek, South Africa.

The beautiful and compact home comes from Pietro Russo – Ecomo and is located in Franschhoek, South Africa. The architecture took advantage of the mesmerizing landscape and created a home that communicates with its natural environment. Based on green, sustainable features, the home offers a secluded nature escape while in the same time obeying by the rules of contemporary design.


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Mountain Cottage in Quebec

This beautiful mountain cottage comes from Canadian team Blouin Tardif Architecture and is located in Quebec, Canada. The surrounded forest makes for some picturesque views and the large, floor to ceiling windows fully take advantage of the privileged landscape. The interior design is clean, simple and suited for a mountain chalet with an open attitude towards contemporary arrangements.


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